Histotechnologist / Histotechnician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Broomfield, CO (Job ID US3598473_BH9954062)

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Histotechnologist/Histotechnician I – Broomfield, CO

Kelly® Science & Clinical seeking a Histotechnologist/Histotechnician I for a full-time position at our state-of-the-art laboratory. If you're passionate about scientific precision, teamwork, and advancing patient care, let our team connect you with this rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in life sciences. Join us and help drive the future of tissue diagnostics and pharmaceutical innovation.

Type: Contract to hire
Shift: M-F 8a-5p
Pay Rate: $25-$33/hr


Key Responsibilities

• Perform immunohistochemical and routine histological procedures, including assay development.
• Process, embed, section, and stain various specimen types (animal and human tissue).
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment such as microtomes, cryostats, embedding centers, and autostainers.
• Keep thorough, accurate records of all laboratory procedures and ensure quality control standards.
• Follow SOPs for all procedures, including annual review and documentation.
• Perform routine and special stains as established by histology standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and contribute to efficient project completion.
• Work collaboratively as part of project teams and participate in team meetings.
• Assist with general lab upkeep and organization of work/storage spaces.
• Complete at least 12 hours of continuing education annually, including required meetings.
• Participate in cross training, special projects, and other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• HTL (ASCP) or HT (ASCP) Certification required.
• 0–3 years' experience in animal and human histology, including embedding, sectioning, and staining.
• Advanced understanding of human anatomy, cellular structure and function.
• Strong lab skills: multitasking, troubleshooting, and quality control with minimal supervision.
• Advanced technical knowledge of immunohistochemical staining procedures.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability.
• Willingness and ability to complete continuing education and work overtime as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Life Science, or related field preferred.
• Experience with fluorescent assays a plus.
• Experience presenting scientific concepts in group settings.
• Advanced knowledge of immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridization assay development and troubleshooting.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Stand 6–8 hours/day; sit 2–4 hours/day.
• Good visual acuity (color discrimination, depth perception, close vision).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Primary work setting is a laboratory; exposure to chemicals, biological specimens, and occasional noise/vibration.
• Occasional exposure to blood/body fluids; moderate stress level.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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